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GMC 2004 Defense Owner's Manual

GMC 2004 Defense Owner's Manual

Light service support vehicle (lssv) military truck
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  • Page 2 2004 General Motors Light Service Support Vehicle (LSSV) Military Truck Owner’s Manual Supplement Seats and Restraints Systems........1-1 Service and Appearance Care.........5-1 Troop Seats..............1-2 Underhood Component Locator (Silverado)..5-2 Restraints................1-3 Underhood Component Locator (Tahoe)....5-3 Jump Starting..............5-4 Features and Controls............2-1 Vent Filters..............5-11 Windows................2-2 Bulb Replacement .............5-12 Starting and Operating the Vehicle......2-3 Replacement Bulbs.............5-13...

  • Page 3: How To Use This Manual

    The information in this manual pertains to the operation This manual includes the latest information at the time of the vehicle. It also contains the vehicle’s scheduled it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes in maintenance services. This manual along with the the product after that time without notice.

  • Page 4: Driving The Vehicle

    Index In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the hazard. A good place to look for what you need is the Index in Please read these cautions. If you don’t, you or others back of the manual.
  • Page 5 NOTES...
  • Page 6 Section 1 Seats and Restraints Troop Seats................1-2 Restraints................1-3 Folding the Seat Down..........1-2 Rear Safety Strap............1-3 Folding the Seat Up.............1-3...

  • Page 7: Troop Seats

    Troop Seats When the seat is in the up position, the quick release pin will go through the left-hand leg for passenger’s side If the vehicle is equipped with troop seats, this feature seats or a right-hand leg for driver’s side seats. It will provides space for up to eight passengers in the cargo then go through the seat channel and will be placed in area of the pickup model.

  • Page 8: Rear Safety Strap

    Restraints Rear Safety Strap 9557 2. Place the pin in the hole provided under the hinge pin. The seat is now locked in the down position. 9559 Whenever the troop seats are occupied, the safety strap Folding the Seat Up should be attached across the top of the rear seat backs using the eye-bolts provided.
  • Page 9 NOTES...
  • Page 10 Section 2 Features and Controls Windows.................2-2 Storage Areas...............2-5 Rear Topper Window...........2-2 Cargo Cover-Soft Top..........2-5 Side Topper Window...........2-2 Rolling Up the Side Panels........2-5 Sliding Rear Window...........2-3 Storing the Cargo Cover..........2-5 Starting and Operating the Vehicle........2-3 Weapons Mount..............2-7 Starting The Engine............2-3 Weapons Mount (Floor Mount)........2-7 Weapons Mount (Cab Mount)........2-8 Vehicle Load Disconnect Switch ........2-4...

  • Page 11: Side Topper Window

    Windows Notice: The window must be fully closed before operation of the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with a topper, it features Side Topper Window tempered opening windows that have locking handles. Rear Topper Window 10316 Open the Side Window Doors 10317 1.

  • Page 12: Sliding Rear Window

    Starting and Operating the Sliding Rear Window Vehicle If the vehicle is equipped with a sliding rear window, it features tempered glass surrounded by a durable black Starting the Engine finish aluminum frame and three panel design. Locking latch adds cab security. The diesel engine starts differently than a gasoline engine.

  • Page 13: Vehicle Load Disconnect Switch

    Vehicle Load Disconnect Switch The load disconnect switch is located on the underhood fuse block. The underhood fuse block is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle, to the rear of the battery. If the vehicle is equipped with a load disconnect switch, the switch disconnects 12-volt vehicle loads and 24-volt Notice: The main battery feeds to starter and NATO trailer/aux loads that could cause a parasitic drain on the...

  • Page 14: Storage Areas

    Storage Areas 5. Roll the sides upward. Cargo Cover-Soft Top 6. When the sides reach the top, they can be held in place by inserting the cargo cover straps in the clips If the vehicle is equipped with a soft top cargo cover, it at the top of the cargo cover.
  • Page 15 10. Stack the bows on top of each other without 8. Release the four corner striking the cab or the troop seats (if equipped), support straps. push down equally on both sides of the upper part of the front and rear bows. 11.

  • Page 16: Weapons Mount

    Weapons Mount Mounting the Weapon Weapon Mount (Floor Mount) CAUTION: If the weapon is improperly stored, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People in the vehicle could be injured. Be sure to secure any such item properly. The weapon should be made safe when stored in this mount.
  • Page 17 Weapon Mount (Cab Mount) Lower Weapon Mount To secure weapons in the vehicle’s mount: The cab mounted weapon mounts are located at the rear of the cab and will secure one weapon each. 1. Place the stock into the lower weapon mount. CAUTION: If the weapon is improperly stored, it can move around in a collision or sudden stop.

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    Section 3 Instrument Panel Exterior Lamps..............3-2 Interior Lamps..............3-6 Service and Blackout Lighting........3-2 Topper Dome Lamp............3-6 Operating Service and Blackout Lighting....3-4 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......3-7 24-Volt Gage............3-7...

  • Page 19: Exterior Lamps

    Service Lights/Blackout Control Exterior Lamps The switch located on the blackout switch panel next to Service and Blackout Lighting the 24-volt gage is the service lights/blackout control. With the Ignition Switch in the ON Position: • Pull the switch outward then push upward to the service ON position.

  • Page 20: Blackout Drive Light Control

    • The hazard lights will remain functional. • The switch will return to the center position automatically after you release it from either the • The horn will not be functional. ON or OFF position. The vehicle’s military 12-pin trailer wiring connector and trailer lamps are also controlled by this switch.

  • Page 21: Operating Service And Blackout Lighting

    Operating Service and Blackout Lighting Exterior Lamp or Device Service Lights/Blackout Switch Blackout Drive Light Switch Headlamps and Taillamps SERVICE ON Parking Lamps SERVICE ON Front/Rear Side Marker Lamps SERVICE ON Marker Lamps; Roof, Fender and End Gate SERVICE ON Stop Lamps SERVICE ON Back-Up Lamps...
  • Page 22 Exterior Lamp or Device Service Lights/Blackout Switch Blackout Drive Light Switch Instrument Panel/Switch Illumination SERVICE ON Radio/Clock Illumination SERVICE ON Headlamp High-Beam Indicator SERVICE ON Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicators SERVICE ON Four-Wheel-Drive Indicator SERVICE ON Dome/Courtesy Lamps SERVICE ON Glove Compartment Lamp SERVICE ON Warning Chime: Headlamps On, ON/OFF...

  • Page 23: Interior Lamps

    Interior Lamps Topper Dome Lamp The fiberglass topper dome lamp is controlled by a master switch on the side of the dome lamp and a pair of 3-way switches. 14726 The bed mounted 3-way switch (A) is located in the left rear of the cargo bed.

  • Page 24: Warning Lights, Gages And Indicators

    The bed mounted 3-way switch will not function. the green band, the fuse may have blown. If the fuse is not blown and the system still does not work The dome lamp will not function in the blackout properly, refer to your local GM dealer. mode.
  • Page 25 Engine Off Reading 13904 In a no load situation, with the engine off, the gage needle should be mid-way between the red band and green band, in the yellow band. If the gage needle is in the lower end of the yellow band, this is unacceptable, and the battery may be dead.
  • Page 26 Section 4 Driving the Vehicle Your Driving, the Road and the Vehicle....4-2 Towing..................4-6 Using JP8 as a Fuel...........4-2 Towing the Vehicle.............4-6 Loading the Vehicle..........4-2 Towing a Trailer............4-6 Winch Provisions............4-2 Pintle Hitch..............4-7 If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow..4-3 Trailer Wiring Connector..........4-8 Trailer Connector Adapter (Tahoe Only)....4-8...

  • Page 27: Your Driving, The Road And The Vehicle

    Your Driving, the Road and the Make sure that all cargo is properly secured to prevent the load from shifting. All loads must be distributed evenly Vehicle over the axle and secured to the tie-down rings provided. Refer to “Loading Your Vehicle” in the Index of the 2004 Using JP8 as a Fuel Vehicle Owner’s Manual for more information on vehicle loading.

  • Page 28: If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice Or Snow

    Rear CAUTION: The rear of the vehicle’s pintle hook mounts (B) can be used for the winch. The 12-volt quick disconnect (A) is The clevises when used, are under a lot of force. provided to power the winch. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull on the clevises at a sideways angle.

  • Page 29: Front Clevis/Towing Provisions

    Front Clevis/Towing Provisions Factory Bumper Military Bumper 15373 14722 Note: Clevises meet MIL-209J for tie down specifications. Vehicles do not meet MIL-209J for vehicle lifting.

  • Page 30: Rear Clevis/Towing Provisions

    Rear Clevis/Towing Provisions Factory Bumper Maintenance Bumper 15375 15374 Military Bumper 14721 Note: Clevises meet MIL-209J for tie down specifications. Vehicles do not meet MIL-209J for vehicle lifting.

  • Page 31: Towing

    Towing The vehicle is equipped with a pintle hitch for towing a Towing The Vehicle trailer. You must not exceed the maximum trailer weight towing capacity for that vehicle. Refer to “Towing a Trailer” When towing the vehicle, you should always use a in the Index of the 2004 Vehicle Owner’s Manual for properly equipped wrecker/recovery vehicle.

  • Page 32: Pintle Hitch

    Pintle Hitch To Open: 1. Open the latch by removing latch pin (F). A pintle hitch is located at the rear of the vehicle, and is removable from the receiver. 2. Pull up on the lock latch (C) while lifting the latch (D). Notice: Before operating, inspect for proper operation, To Close: worn, damaged or missing parts and secure mountings.

  • Page 33: Trailer Wiring Connector

    Trailer Wiring Connector Trailer Connector Adapter (Tahoe Only) The NATO standard 12-pin trailer lamp and brake connector is located on the rear bumper between the right clevis/tie-down and the pintle hitch. When connecting a trailer wiring harness connector, make sure the dog ears of the connector 10250 are properly aligned when...
  • Page 34 Section 5 Service and Appearance Care Underhood Component Locator (Silverado)....5-2 Appearance Care............5-14 Cleaning the Outside of the Vehicle....5-14 Underhood Component Locator (Tahoe)....5-3 Vehicle Information...........5-15 Jump Starting...............5-4 Shipping Data Plate..........5-15 Government Vehicle Data Plate......5-15 Vent Filters..............5-11 Rear Axle Vent-Tube Filter........5-11 Electrical System............5-16 Transfer Case Vent-Tube Filter......5-11 Fuses and Circuit Breaker........5-16 Front Axle Vent-Tube Filter........5-11...

  • Page 35: Underhood Component Locator (Silverado)

    Underhood Component Locator (Silverado) 15368 The following items are military options that may be found on the 6.6L vehicle: A. Rear Winch Feed (12V Power) D. 24-Volt Relay B. 24-Volt Generator E. Load Disconnect Switch C. 24-Volt Generator Fuses F. 24-Volt Battery...

  • Page 36: Underhood Component Locator (Tahoe)

    Underhood Component Locator (Tahoe) 15369 15369 The following items are military options that may be found on the 5.3L vehicle: A. Rear Winch Feed (12V Power) B. Circuit Breakers C. 24-Volt Battery...

  • Page 37: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting from a 12-Volt System Jump Starting If the battery (or batteries) on the vehicle have run down CAUTION: and the vehicle will not start, you may want to use another vehicle to provide power to start the vehicle. Batteries can hurt you.
  • Page 38 This procedure applies only to the underhood battery Notice: If you leave the communications/navigation located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. equipment on, there is a risk that they could be badly damaged. The repairs will not be covered by the warranty. 1.
  • Page 39 CAUTION: CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you Using a open flame near a battery can cause battery badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, once the engine is running. and some have been blinded.
  • Page 40 7. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the 12-volt system of the vehicle with the good battery. 13898 Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (-) cable does not go to the dead battery.
  • Page 41 10586 13899 9. Start the vehicle with the good battery. Allow the A. 12-Volt Positive (Dead Battery) vehicle’s battery to charge for 10 minutes before B. 12-Volt Positive (Good Battery) attempting to start the vehicle. C. 12-Volt Negative (Good Battery) D.
  • Page 42 You should only use the NATO slave receptacle and Slave Starting Using 24V NATO slave cable when performing this operation. Connector 1. Get the vehicles close enough so that the slave CAUTION: cable can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other.
  • Page 43 2. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug CAUTION: unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or accessory power outlets. Turn off all lamps that aren’t needed as well as radios. This will avoid Using a open flame near a battery can cause battery sparks and help save both batteries.

  • Page 44: Vent Filters

    Vent Filters 4. Connect the slave cable to the vehicle Rear Axle Vent-Tube Filter with the dead battery. The rear axle vent-tube filter is located on the vent hose 5. Connect the slave that is attached to the top of the axle housing. cable to the vehicle with the good battery.

  • Page 45: Bulb Replacement

    Marker Lamps (Maintenance Body) Bulb Replacement Taillamps (Maintenance Body) Note: The bulbs in the marker lamps are not replaceable and are serviced as an assembly. 1. Using you hands, peel 1. Using you hands, peel the rubber seal away the lens out of the from the lens.

  • Page 46: Replacement Bulbs

    Replacement Bulbs Tires Changing a Flat Tire Lamp Bulb Number Blackout Headlamp 1073 Topper Dome Lamp 24-Volt Gage Lamp License Plate Lamp Rear Turn Signal Lamp* 1156 Back Up Lamp* 1156 Tail and Stop Lamp* 1157 13901 License Plate Lamp* The military heavy duty bumper of the vehicle has an *Maintenance Body Models opening (A) to gain access to the spare tire hoist.

  • Page 47: Inflation-Tire Pressure

    Inflation-Tire Pressure Cleaning the Soft Top (Cargo Cover) If the cargo cover has deteriorated, replace it. Refer to Tire pressure should be within the manufacturer’s cargo cover replacement in the 2004 LSSV Military Trucks recommended range as indicated on the certification/ Service Manual Supplement.

  • Page 48: Vehicle Information

    Vehicle Information Shipping Data Plate Government Vehicle Data Plate 14550 15140 9565 The data plate is used to inform the operator of the The data plate is used to inform the operator of the vehicle as to the make, model, Gross Vehicle Weight vehicle as to the upfitting information and other (GVW), and vehicle dimensions.

  • Page 49: Electrical System

    24-Volt Power Source (Tahoe Only) Electrical System Fuses and Circuit Breaker Circuit breakers protect the power accessories. When the current load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens, protecting the circuit until the problem is fixed. Circuit Breaker (Tahoe Only) This circuit breaker is on the left rear fender support bracket of the engine compartment.
  • Page 50 Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule..........6-2 Front/Rear Axle Inspection........6-2 Transfer Case Inspection........6-2...

  • Page 51: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Front/Rear Axle Inspection Transfer Case Inspection Inspect the front/rear axle fluid level and add as needed. Inspect the transfer case fluid level and add lubricant if Inspect the constant velocity joints and axle seals for necessary. On manual shift transfer case, oil the control leakage.
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  • Page 54 Section 7 Customer Assistance Information Customer Assistance Information......7-2 Contact Information..........7-2...

  • Page 55: Customer Assistance Information

    Contact Information Telephone Users For customer assistance phone numbers, refer to Contact Information. Department Phone Number GM Customer Assistance Center To assist in our review of your concerns, provide the (general information, dealer 1-800-222-1020 following information: location, other concerns) •...
  • Page 56 Appearance Care..............5-14 Electrical System..............5-16 Cleaning the Outside of the Vehicle......5-14 Fuses and Circuit Breaker........5-16 Cleaning the Soft Top (Cargo Cover)....5-14 Circuit Breaker (Tahoe Only)........5-16 24-Volt Power Source (Tahoe Only)......5-16 Exterior Lamps..............3-2 Service and Blackout Lighting........3-2 Service Lights/Blackout Control.......3-2 Blackout Drive Light Control..........3-3 Blackout Drive Light Control........3-3 Bulb Replacement...............5-12 Operating Service and Blackout Lighting....3-4...
  • Page 57 Maintenance Schedule............6-2 How to Use This Manual............ii Front/Rear Axle Inspection........6-2 Transfer Case Inspection.........6-2 Mounting the Weapon............2-7 If You’re Stuck: in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow....4-3 Using the Clevis/Towing Provisions......4-3 Front Clevis/Towing Provisions.........4-4 Rear Clevis/Towing Provisions.........4-5 Operating the Pintle Hitch..........4-7 Inflation-Tire Pressure............5-14 Operating Service and Blackout Lighting......3-4 Installing the Pintle Hitch............4-7 Interior Lamps...............3-6...
  • Page 58 Troop Seat Operation..........1-2 Folding the Seat Down..........1-2 Safety Warnings and Symbols...........iii Folding the Seat Up............1-3 Service and Blackout Lighting...........3-2 Circuit Breaker (Tahoe Only)..........5-16 Side Topper Window............2-2 24-Volt Power Source (Tahoe Only)......5-16 Shipping Data Plate.............5-15 24-Volt Gage................3-7 Slave Starting Using 24V NATO Connector....5-9 Sliding Rear Window............2-3 Starting and Operating the Vehicle........2-3 Starting the Engine.............2-3...
  • Page 59 Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......3-7 24-Volt Gage..............3-7 Weapons Mount..............2-7 Weapons Mount (Floor Mount).........2-7 Weapons Mount (Cab Mount)........2-8 Winch Provisions..............4-2 Windows..................2-2 Rear Topper Window..........2-2 Side Topper Window..........2-2 Sliding Rear Window..........2-3 Your Driving, the Road and the Vehicle.................4-2 Loading the Vehicle............4-2...

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